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Midnight Run (1988)

Rate: 8
Viewed: 6/16

6/16: Midnight Run is a high-quality picture with a good story to boot.

A lot of people might say Charles Grodin was the show, but I thought Robert De Niro was the one who made the picture as it is. Robert De Niro is funny, and when he has a witty line or a good moment, he makes the most of it and leaves a lasting impression. At times, his character reminded me of Travis Bickle from Taxi Driver.

The supporting performances are strong: Charles Grodin, Dennis Farina (who's in Miami Vice form), Yaphet Kotto, Joe Pantoliano, and John Ashton.

All in all, Midnight Run is a solid odd-couple-on-the-road picture that's spontaneous and subtly funny.

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